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Pizza Lasagna Skillet Bake

A comforting one-pan meal that combines pizza and lasagna flavors, featuring melted cheese and savory pepperoni.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauces
  • 8 oz lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara or pizza sauce Fresh-tasting sauce makes a big difference
Meat and Cheese
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella Use whole-milk mozzarella for extra creaminess
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Adds bright, nutty flavor
  • 20–25 slices pepperoni Peeking through the cheese
Seasonings
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Fresh garlic gives it that extra flavor boost
  • Salt & pepper to taste
Garnish
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, then add the broken lasagna noodles. Cook until almost tender; drain and set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Brown until no pink remains, then drain excess grease.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the sauce and stir. Bring it to a gentle simmer.
  2. Add the cooked noodles and toss in the sauce until everything is coated.
  3. Spread the noodles evenly, then scatter mozzarella and Parmesan over the top and place pepperoni slices on the cheese.
  4. Cover the skillet and let the cheese melt on low heat or broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Sprinkle with fresh parsley, slice straight from the pan, and serve hot.
  2. Kitchen Tip: Add dollops of ricotta before the cheese topping for extra flavor.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet. Freeze portions for up to 2 months.